1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
